It is only the great-hearted who can be true friends.The mean and cowardly can never know what true friendship means.- Charles KingsleyAs we all do this time of year, I am sitting here looking out at a sunny clear cold Saskatchewan day, actually its quite warm for this time of year. We all reflect on the previous year, the happy the sad, and one big question I ask myself is, could I have done things different, could I have made a positive change in someone's life. I hope that I have said or done something that encouraged someone, maybe helped bring a smile on a challenging day, or let family and friends know I am here for them, no matter what happens, even a stranger.There has never been a year in my life when I have asked so many questions, and I have certainly not been as unsure and afraid, that I know for sure. Just when I have gone to my knees and wondered how much longer I could stay strong, I hear my Son Zach call out to me, and as I walk to where he is sitting, I feel the energy return to me, my purpose again made so obvious by his smile. He has made our entire family stronger, we have always been very close, not afraid to say "I love you", but Zach has changed us all, we see tomorrow differently now.It is so easy to take what we have for granted, and think we are owed more than we deserve, only since Zach was diagnosed with this horrible disease I have I truly realized that every single minute of every day has to be appreciated and shown respect. As our family moves forward, each day has provided more questions than answers sometimes, but as Zach reaches the final days of the chemo treatments, and his surgery draws nearer, there is some real happiness. So as 2015 will soon come to a close, we are sure that 2016 will bring much good news, and our Zach will find his CURE! This final message of the year is to tell you how very grateful our family is to you all for your love, your kindness, caring words of support, and most importantly your prayers! God is with us every day, especially when you think you are alone with so many unanswered questions, and believe me, there has been so many. The Cook Clan wishes you all a very Merry Christmas, and all the health and happiness possible in the New Year, God Bless you all, take good care, and be safe in your travels.............

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Hello everyone my name is Jim Cook, and I am Zach's Dad. The whole purpose behind this blog is to be able to reach out to families that are going through treatment for this rare cancer, and actually all cancers! Our family would be honored to hear all your stories and follow along as your loved ones seeks treatment. We will be sharing our Son Zach's journey as we as a family move forward in our search for the best treatment and CURE for our Zach!